The BLUF with the FBI AIA - Episode 1

In May 2025, we launched our virtual series for intelligence professionals - The BLUF (Bottom Line Up Front) with the FBI AIA. Our first episode is about career evolutions for intelligence professionals.

BLUF (from Nicole Menkhoff of NFMSO Consulting): See forced job changes as an opportunity, you don't need a transition job, ask for help, make it easier for the right role and hiring manager to find you, and relationships matter as much as a well written resume that demonstrates who you are today and that you are a whole person.

FBI AIA COO Sierra Stanczyk and Nicole Menkhoff of NFMSO Consulting (nfmsoc.com) held a discussion for intelligence professionals considering a career pivot, including from the public sector to private, non-profit, or academia, as well as to non-traditional intelligence roles. Nicole shared insights from her own experience as well as what she has seen with her clients.

This conversation addressed key topics like buffer or transition jobs for those seeking to make a change but are unsure of what their next career chapter will look like. Comment your thoughts below and message us if you have other topics you would like to see featured in a future episode!

Check out the full episode below, and stay tuned for new episodes: